LPN Staff - Acute Medical Care Unit III - PT - 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital Health System seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver direct patient care and support nursing procedures. This role offers an opportunity to work in a renowned healthcare facility recognized for its excellence in service and diverse patient care. The LPN will engage with various healthcare teams to enhance patient health outcomes while adhering to established protocols. Join an award-winning team with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

On-site training and education opportunities

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Current Alabama or multi-state licensure required.
• BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period.
• Experience as an LPN, including new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care for diverse populations.
• Implements nursing procedures according to established policies.
• Documents patient care appropriately and communicates with team members.

Skills

Patient care

Technical nursing procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Graduate of State board School of Practical Nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs a broad array of nursing tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse or provider. The individual provides direct patient care for diverse patient populations that vary in gender, age, socioeconomic status, education, physical and mental abilities, locations, sexual lifestyle, and racial and ethnic background. The LPN implements technical nursing procedures according to established policies and procedures and plan of care, assists and reinforces routine patient education, and documents patient care appropriately. The LPN communicates and interacts with other team members to facilitate teamwork and delivery of quality care.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of State board School of Practical Nursing with current Alabama or multi-state licensure.

Experience: Experienced/New Graduate

Additional Skills/Abilities: BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period.

About Us

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently namedBest Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to theU.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program.Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401Korganization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discountsto phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers:https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development:https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville:https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al